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Martin Roche

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A new stock exchange for Glasgow? Proposal sets out radical route to regeneration

Turning Glasgow’s heritage into investable PLCs could unlock millions for rebuilding — but only with bold tax incentives and strict safeguards,...

17.03.2026 20

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Why Nigel Farage should support the European Court of Human Rights

If Reform leader Nigel Farage supports the rights of the individual, he should support the European Convention on Human Rights, argues Martin Roche ...

15.09.2025 8

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In this special year, Glasgow should reaffirm commitment to Nelson Mandela's values

Glasgow’s Nelson Mandela Place honours a man as big in history as he was in life. Mandela was a titanic champion of human decency. His struggle...

03.07.2025 10

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Martin Roche: With friends like these, we need a tough decision on Europe

Donald Trump’s style of diplomacy is typically financially transactional and frequently bullying. In negotiating a trade agreement with the UK, the...

08.04.2025 10

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Martin Roche: Say it loud and proud: Scotland's universities are magnificent

Forty-six years ago, I made my way from my hometown in west central Scotland to live in Aberdeen. At the great age of 26 and having missed out on...

05.02.2025 10

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